Calls for vaccine mandates in health care settings increase
Calls for vaccine requirements in health care and long-term care settings increase as the delta variant continues to surge.
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Oklahoma Democrats want governor to issue emergency order
Some Oklahoma Democrats in the House of Representatives want the governor to reinstate an emergency declaration.
CDC reverses course on masks in areas where virus is surging; schools included in new guidance
Scientists cited new information about the ability of the delta variant to spread among vaccinated people in announcing new CDC mask recommendations.
CDC updates mask guidance on indoor masks in some parts of US
The CDC reverses course on some masking guidelines, saying even vaccinated people should return to wearing them indoors in parts of the U.S.
These are the industries where jobs still haven't returned
Job growth is outpacing economists' expectations, but there's still a long way — and 6.8 million jobs — to go before the nation's labor market returns to levels seen before COVID-19.
With virus surge, US to keep travel restrictions for now
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States served notice Monday that it will keep existing COVID-19 restrictions on international travel in place for now due to concerns about the surging infection rate because of the delta variant.
Missouri AG files suit to stop St. Louis area mask mandates
The Missouri attorney general sues in an effort to stop a mask mandate in the St. Louis area.
CDC reverses course on indoor masks in parts of US where coronavirus is surging
The nation's top health agency was expected to backpedal on its masking guidelines and recommend that even vaccinated people wear masks indoors.
Jasper County Health Department announces 3 more COVID deaths
The Jasper County Health Department says another three more residents have died with COVID-19.
Back to School: School districts get final say in back to school plans
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education releases recommendations for the upcoming school year, largely leaving the final say to school districts.
VA requires COVID-19 vaccination for health care workers
The Department of Veterans Affairs has become the first major federal agency to require health care workers to get COVID-19 vaccines.
What would the ancient Greeks think of an Olympics with no fans?
Athletes and spectators were lured to Olympia by a longing for contact with their compatriots and their gods.
Alabama governor: 'It's time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks' for rise in COVID-19 cases
"Folks are supposed to have common sense. But it's time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks, not the regular folks," the Republican governor said.
Joplin's Freeman Hospital adds third COVID unit
JOPLIN, Mo. - Freeman Hospital in Joplin responded to the rising number of Coronavirus-infected patients they've taken in during the last month and a half by creating a…
US vaccinations rising again as official declares: 'The fourth surge is real.'
Vaccination rates are rising in some states where new COVID-19 cases are soaring. Get the latest on the delta variant, rare "breakthrough" cases, and find answers to 5 key questions about the persisting pandemic.
No anonymous winners, few details on local incentives: The latest on Missouri VIP
State health officials release more information about Missouri's vaccine incentive program. Here's why winners won't remain anonymous, and why there are few details on local incentives.
Man with coronavirus disguises as wife on Indonesian flight
An Indonesian man with the coronavirus boarded a domestic flight disguised as his wife. But the cover didn't last long, and he was arrested.
Rare 'breakthrough' COVID cases are causing alarm, confusion
Here's what to know about COVID-19 "breakthrough" cases. Should Americans be concerned? What are health experts watching for?
News to Know (7/22/21)
CINCINNATI, Ohio - New covid-19 infections in the U.S. have more than tripled in a month as health authorities battle mis-information about vaccines and the more contagious delta variant spreads nationwide. In…
Freeman OBGYN says Covid vaccines are safe for pregnant women
JOPLIN, Mo. -- Dr. Angela Langer, an OBGYN at Freeman Health System, says the vaccines are safe at any point during pregnancy.
MSSU rolls out employee vaccine incentive program
Missouri Southern State University rolls out a vaccine incentive program to get faculty and staff to roll up their sleeves.
Missouri announces 'MO VIP' vaccine incentive program
Governor Mike Parson announces "MO VIP." The COVID-19 vaccination incentive program includes a drawing for cash prizes.
Missouri Gov. Parson to announce vaccine incentives
Missouri's Republican Gov. Mike Parson is set to announce COVID-19 vaccine incentives.
Conservative media offers mixed messages on COVID-19 vaccine
Skepticism about the COVID-19 vaccination is a common theme in media appealing to conservatives, despite assurances from doctors and scientists that the vaccine is safe and effective.
